"I'm sorry but if you don't have an appointment than you can't get in, besides I don't think they would listen to you anyways sweetheart." The receptionist whispered.

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"Are they in there right now?"

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"Well yes but..."

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"Are they in the middle of something at this moment?"

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"No but.."

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"Thanks that's all I needed to know."

Bella turned away from the receptionist and headed straight for the large double doors, they were going to listen to her whether they liked it or not. She was pissed off.

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"Bella honey, is this a good idea?"

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"Don't worry about it Dad. Just stand behind me and let me do all the talking."

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"I'm the parent." He grumbled

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"I'm the expert here." She smiled and sent a wink to her dad who was walking behind her just as she had asked him to.

They stopped right before the the largest doors either of them had ever seen, Bella took a deep breath and straightened her shoulders.

 

Charlie couldn't help but smirk at his daughter, her eyes were fierce. He had no doubt that these vampires were going to be surprised by the little brunette. She had quickly grown into a strong woman; he was proud of her.

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Bella pushed open the doors with all her strength and was pleasantly surprised by how light they were despite their size. The doors flew open with a large bang that echoed throughout the room causing her to shrug. 

Eh, that got their attention at least she thought as she strode into the room, dozens of red eyes now pointed in her direction.

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“What is the meaning of this?!” The blonde in the middle throne yelled.

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“Calm down King Caius, I bring good news for you. You and I are about to be the best of friends! You’re going to love me by the time this meeting is over with.” Bella stopped in the middle of the room smirking, her arms crossed over her chest. Her father stopping a couple feet behind her.

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Caius snorted, “I doubt that human, what could you possibly say to stop me from eating you?”

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“How about I’m all the proof you need to finally order the execution of the Olympic coven because of several broken laws?”

She almost laughed at how the man’s eyes grew impossibly large and his mouth opened and closed several times. Bella waited patiently though for him to process what she had just said, after all it was a surprise. 

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Before she knew it a smirk spread across the tall handsome king, it promised utter mischief and she knew she had his attention.

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Hook. Line. Sinker. She thought, glad that Carlisle had once mentioned Caius’s utter hatred for him and his coven.

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Caius leaned back in his throne with a smile, “Well than I think I can speak for my brother’s as well when I say we are interested young one. What laws have they broken?”

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The king on the right, Marcus she knew looked as sad and empty as Bella had been told. It broke her heart for the hollow man who nodded in her direction. She nodded back with a small smile and noticed his eyes soften.

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The king on the left, Aro looked unhappy at the news but also nodded in her direction to continue. This one was the one that had been Carlisle’s friend for a very long time.

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Bella ran her eyes across all three kings before looking back at Caius specifically. “How about risking exposure, the painful stopping of a transformation by sucking out the venom, killing one’s mate while leaving the other alive who is also now risking exposure and creating a newborn army and falsely accusing someone of being their mate to control them than abandoning them. Oh and leaving a human with the knowledge of your kind. Is that enough for you?”

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There were several gasps and growls in the room but the most shocking was the sudden rage and alertness of Marcus whose eyes were dead only moments ago, now were pitch black as he stood abruptly slamming his fists down on the table in front of him. A harsh growl ripping from his chest that not only stunned her by the sudden display but everyone else in the room. “Who dared to claim someone as their mate and leave them? How did they control this person? And who was it that suffered?!”

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Bella was too shocked at first to answer.

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Aro’s voice caught her attention, “We apologize for startling you Tesoro, Marcus is very protective of mates and any laws to do with them especially after the loss of his own Didyme, my sister.”

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“Right of course I heard about that. I’m sorry.” Bella said “To both of you for your loss.” Her eyes first on Aro than Marcus who calmed at her sincerity and returned to his seat. Both kings smiled gently at her. She looked back at Marcus, “Edward Cullen claimed I was his mate and spent the entire time I knew him trying to turn me into someone I wasn’t. He dictated what I wore, what I ate, who I could be friends with and even watched me while I slept. I wasn’t aloud to speak freely and he often used guilt to get me to agree to go places I didn’t wish to. He’s also the one that sucked out the venom in me to stop my change claiming he didn’t want to turn me into a monster but honestly I think it was so that I would stay human because I’m his singer.”

She could tell with every word that passed through her lips that each king became more enraged. At this point she couldn’t guess who might lash out next, probably because it ended up being all three of them.

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Marcus, “That little bastard! I told Carlisle he was too immature to be turned!”

Caius, “I’ll rip apart that son of a bitch myself! How dare he play with someone he claimed as a mate than stop a turning. This girl is more deserving of being a vampire than that fucking wimp!”

Aro, “Brutto figlio di puttana Bastardo!”

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Bella snickered, “Okay I understood Caius and Marcus but what the hell did Aro say?”

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Aro’s eyes grew wide as he faked a cough and turned away from looking at her causing Marcus to laugh loudly for the first time in centuries. Caius chuckled as well glancing happily from his brother Marcus to the human girl before him, “I must thank you for causing Marcus to laugh, it is good to hear after so long.” Bella blushed but smiled at the handsome king. “And Aro basically just called Edward an ugly son of a bastard.”

Bella and her father both laughed hard, tears in their eyes.

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“I gotta agree with him on that.” Charlie chuckled. “Always hated the little pussy.”

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“Jesus’ dad.” Bella chuckled

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Caius left his throne and approached the two humans. He reached out and shook Charlie’s hand. “Couldn’t agree with you more.” Charlie smiled and nodded than Caius turned to look at the small but beautiful brunette. “I’m sorry to cut the laughs short my dear but you mentioned a newborn army. Could you tell us more? This needs to be stopped immediately than we can focus on the Cullen’s which would please me greatly.”

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Bella blushed under the King’s gaze. “Um the mate the Cullen’s left alive is actually after me. She think’s killing me will hurt the Cullen’s but I’ve been protected by friends that are shapeshifters. She couldn’t get to me easily so she started making an army.”

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Caius hummed taking in the information. “Shapeshifters are rare, haven’t seen any in…… a couple hundred years or so. It’s good that there are still some that exist. Much better than werewolves, rabid beasts.” He tapped his chin thinking out loud. “Do you know how big her army is and where it’s located?”

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Bella nodded towards her dad causing Charlie to speak up, “That’s one of the reason’s I’m here besides supporting my daughter of course. I’m Chief of Police back in Forks Washington, I had actually been the one asked to look into the missing people lately. Right now there is around 24 missing people in Seattle. I’d imagine she’s not far from the city. Bella said she would need some where large enough for the newborns but also close to the city so she could continue to grow her army while also keeping an eye on them. There’s an old factory area on the outside of the city that’s abandoned. I’d guess there but I’m not the expert on newborns.”

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“Yes that would make sense. We would like to neutralize the army as quickly as possible before the situation becomes worse. You are welcome to come but after I must ask you to return with me to Volterra so we can discuss what to do about the Cullen’s. Something I’m sure you would both like to put your opinions in and we will need your testimony any ways.”

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“We will have to be turned or killed right?”

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Caius was surprised by the blunt question from the human man. “Yes. That is our law.” He actually felt kind of bad for once about having to enforce the law but it was the Cullen’s that brought this onto the humans before him.

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“Hey I’m a cop so I get it. There’s no hard feelings but if we get a choice than both Bells and I have agreed to turn.” He grabbed his daughter’s hand and squeezed. “It’s what my daughter wanted and I won’t leave her to do this alone like that damn family did.”

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This time Aro left his throne and joined the small group in the middle of the room. “Than let me be the first to tell you it would be a pleasure for us to change you. We will grant your wish after your cooperation. It would be an honor to have you.” The king bowed his head slightly in gratitude for the human’s courage in coming to their castle. “Now we only have to find a way to destroy the army, change you and go about the Cullen’s trial without their seer finding anything out.” He sighed. Alice always made it difficult to surprise anyone.

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Bella jumped up and down excitedly her hand in the air grabbing everyone’s attention. “I got that covered! Bitch can’t see us at all right now.” She turned to the large doors that were still open and whistled than yelled. “COME HERE BOY!”

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A large growl came from the waiting room as a tall man came into view not looking very happy. “Damn it Bella don’t call me like I’m a fucking dog!”

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“Eh it is technically what you are. Don’t get your tail in a twist.” She shrugged causing the tall native to huff and stop when he stood next to Charlie. “Kings, this is my friend Paul. One of the shapeshifters. Alice can’t see anything or anyone that one of the shifters is around. It’s why I brought him with me.”

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Caius smirked, “You’re a brilliant little thing. I think I’ll change you myself when this is done.”

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Bella blushed; she couldn’t believe that the tall gorgeous blonde king had just offered to be the one to turn her. Damn. She would certainly rather have his mouth around her neck than Edwards. At this point she had tuned out the conversation going on next to her between Aro, Paul and her father about how they were going to take care of the army. She was too focused on the way Caius was grinning down at her like he knew exactly what she was thinking. Did he have to look so….. sinful?

 

 

                                                                                                              CHAPTER 2

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Bella couldn’t believe how large this plane was. Thing was damn near big enough to carry tanks into warzones. The Volturi sure didn’t do anything half assed she thought as she stared out the window. 

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The speakers over head sounded and a voice she knew now as Demetri spoke for everyone to hear, “Only another hour before we land in Seattle. Get ready to disembark.”

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“How long do you think this whole thing will take?” Charlie whispered to his daughter. She shrugged but it was Aro that spoke up to answer.

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“It won’t take long, we brought our strongest of the guard so that it could be handled quickly. I just need to touch this Victoria’s hand to get all the information I can than the army will be taken care of. After we will take you to your home so that you may pack up whatever you wish to keep going in to your immortal lives. Mementos from one’s human life is a very rare thing among our kind. Not many get such an opportunity and I highly suggest you take this chance to grab what you want. Pictures, video, anything.” Both Bella and Charlie nodded, appreciating the suggestion. “Then we will have to find a way to cover the mess the newborns have surely created so as not to draw attention to our kind and back to Italy we will go.”

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“If you want I can take care of the police records and investigation.” Charlie spoke up.

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Caius hearing the conversation moved to join them, “How will you do that?” He asked as he sat next to Bella. His knee brushing up against her causing warmth to spread through him. A sensation he was unfamiliar with.

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“Well there’s too many people missing to call it a coincidence and the victims are all too different to say it was gang related or anything so the best I can do is claim there was a serial killer in the area but I can write down a report saying I found the man responsible and shot him. That I caught him burning the body of his latest victim in a warehouse where several bodies had been burned. We can even claim that the latest victim was Bella so her death can be faked and that I was seriously injured in the investigation. Say I died at the hospital or something. Falsify some records saying I’ve been cremated already. No bodies, no evidence.”

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“Bad ass dad! But how are you going to falsify the medical record?”

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“I’ll have my mom do it since she’s a nurse on the reservation. We can just say that Charlie’s body went there since he’s a friend of the tribe, we took care of his funeral the tribal way. Bon fire cremation.” Paul suggested.

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“Well that will be perfect than! I thank you for helping us take care of the legal parts. It’s not exactly our area of expertise. We usually try to take care of things as soon as we can to avoid the legal paperwork and missing people reports.” Aro sighed. 

“Well I’d be happy to help with that kind of stuff after I’m changed if you like. Being a cop is all I really know how to do.” Charlie rubbed the back of his neck. He was nervous about becoming a vampire, not because of what he would become or even the pain it took to become one from what his daughter had told him but because he didn’t really know what he would do after. Being a cop was what he had done all his life and becoming a nomad, something else his daughter had explained just didn’t appeal to him.

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“Aro what if you made him our advisor? Hadn’t we discussed getting one at some point. Charlie could give us advice on how to handle these kinds of problems in this day an age. He knows the legalities better than we.” 

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“Yes! A brilliant suggestion Caius. What do you say Mr. Swan? Would you be our royal advisor?” Aro clapped his hands together. This would be an immense help.

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Charlie was shocked at being offered such a position especially among vampire royalty but it was damn sure appealing. That was something he could actually do and be good at. He looked at his daughter hoping for her opinion but she just smiled happily at him in approval.

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“Yea, I’d like that actually. Um Bella gets to stay to though right?”

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“Of course! We could never separate you from your daughter Mr. Swan. After she is changed we can find a position for her as well or she is welcome to just live in the castle. Whatever she decides.” Aro looked at her. “You can take all the time you want to choose tesoro. Plus if you have a gift you might even decide to join the guard or help out with your father. The decision will be yours.”

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“Thank you Aro, I will think on it. For now I just want to be near my father.”

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Both kings smiled and agreed. She would always be welcome in Volterra. The kings and even some of the elite guards were quickly becoming fond of the fiery little brunette.

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The last part of the trip went quickly, conversation with the Kings just flowed so easily. They were nothing like the Cullen’s had lead Bella to believe which honestly she wasn’t that surprised by considering how everything else they had ever really told and promised her ended up being lies. She felt even more comfortable with the Volturi than she ever had with the Cullen’s.

The plane landed softly for its size, barely jerking.

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When the door popped open they were welcomed by the darkening of the sky, a few stars already shining down on them.

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“Gotta admit I was kinda wanting to see the whole sparkle thing.” 

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Demetri chuckled at Charlie while they were walking down the stairs. “It’s really not all the impressive, gets boring fast.”

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“Yea but am I going to like…. Sparkle ‘everywhere’?” Charlie asked uncomfortably causing all the vampires to laugh.

Bella snorted, “At least you won’t look like someone stuffed Tinkerbelle up your….”

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Charlie quickly clamped his hand over his daughter’s mouth not wanting to hear the rest.

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Paul had tears rolling down his face from laughing and the entire limo shook with laughter from the kings and guard as they piled in.

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Charlie blushed from his daughter’s brash mouth and cleared his throat to speak, “So are we going to where the newborns are or?”

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“I think it’s best if we take you to your office so you can get started on the report while we destroy the newborns. That won’t take us long. When you’re done perhaps you should begin packing. I think it’s best if we return to Italy as quickly as possible. I want to be able to summon the Cullen’s to trial before there’s a chance they find out. I wish to see his surprise.” Aro growled. He was obviously disappointed and angry in his old friend.

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“Can I go with you?” Bella asked Aro.

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“You want to face newborns Tesoro?”

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“No I just want to see Victoria die.” She shifted in her seat nervously. “She tried to kill me and my dad. I just want to make sure…”

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“Bella honey that might not be safe.” Charlie tried to reason with her.

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“If she wishes to go I will guard her myself.” Caius spoke up. “She deserves to see the woman who had tormented her is gone from this earth. I will keep her safe.”

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“Ummm no offense King Caius or anything but um you don’t have a gift right? Will she be safe?” Charlie didn’t want to offend the man but he also wanted to make sure his daughter was safe. She had been through enough.

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Caius wasn’t angry at the question however; it was obvious the man cared for his daughter greatly. “I swear it.”

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Aro smiled at his brother. It was rare that Caius showed kindness towards humans. “Have no worry Mr. Swan. Caius may have no gift but he is the best fighter in the world. Some say his gift is fighting. He’s never lost a battle in his thousand years as an immortal. Nor any when he was human.”

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Charlie let out a relieved breath. “Alright. Thank you.” The limo stopped in front of the Fork’s police station. “I’ll see you in a little while Bells. Stay near Caius.”

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Bella nodded to her father and watched him close the door to head inside the building. Jared came running from the woods and followed the Chief inside.

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She turned towards Paul, “Why’s Jared here?”

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“I texted him. I don’t want to risk that Cullen midget seeing anything. So Jared is going to stay with him while I stay with you. Sam has even given me permission to go back to Italy with you so they can’t see you being turned either. I’ll stay with you till the trial; bastards aren’t going to see shit.” Paul smiled wickedly.

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Bella hugged the wolf. The pack had really been there for her when the Cullen’s left. It was thanks to them that her father had survived Victoria’s attack when he was home alone. After she told Sam about Victoria when she learned of the missing people, the alpha had ordered protection detail on both her and her father. Neither was ever alone, a wolf always nearby. After the attack however she had to tell her father the truth of everything. He was surprisingly not mad at her but at Edward and his family for the carelessness with her safety and the cruel way she was left behind. Charlie had understood the laws when she mentioned that as well since he was a cop and told her that if she was going to turn than so would he. He would never abandon his daughter and so he had left to face the Volturi with her. It was her idea to get ahead of all the trouble and Charlie trusted his daughter.

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                                                                                                          CHAPTER 3

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The army had been exactly where Charlie thought they might be hiding and Demetri had found the exact building within seconds. His tracking was truly impressive. The guards had surrounded the building, there would be no escapes.

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Aro walked inside with Jane and Alec by his sides. Caius right behind with Bella next to him. Demetri behind them.

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There were 6 other guards around the building. Two in the back and two on each side should anyone try to escape. The kings and their guards blocking the entrance.

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The moment they entered all the newborns turned to them growling.

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“Where is the maker?” Aro shouted

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A red head came from the middle of the hoard and stopped several feet before the king.

“I am. Who are you?” She growled. The volturi had dressed in normal clothes so as not to stand out even more. Their necklaces tucked within their shirts. 

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Victoria had no idea who she was even talking to. The idiot Bella thought.

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“I am Aro Volturi.” The king smirked evilly. It was the first time any of the Volturi had looked threatening since Bella met them. His smirk gave her a shiver.

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Victoria knew that name though and instantly tried to make a run for it but Jane stopped her with her power. Alec releasing his mist to neutralize the newborns. A few had jumped through the windows to try to escape but it was obvious they didn’t get very far. Even inside the building Bella could hear the screech that sounded as they were ripped apart by the other guards. Purple smoke already floating up into the sky.

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Aro grabbed Victoria by the throat and lifted her up, using his gift to read her. Alec, Jane and Demetri made quick work of the remaining newborns still paralyzed by the mist. Soon they were all in ashes.

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When the king was done reading the nomad he dropped her to the ground and she was quickly restrained again this time by Demetri.

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“I sentence you to death as you should have been when your mate died. I am sorry for your loss but building an army never should have been your path to retribution.”

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“NO! The filthy human needs to die. It’s her fault my James is dead.”

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“I’m sorry.” Bella whispered. She truly was. She never wanted to be the reason someone lost the love of their life. It was impossible to know Victoria’s pain but the moment Bella had laid eyes on Marcus she could see it was a pain nobody deserved to know.

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“YOU!” Victoria roared and began struggling but Demetri’s hold was too strong.

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“You know it was not her fault and James should have never challenged such a large coven.” Aro sympathized

Victoria went limp and began to sob. She knew it was true, she just hurt so much. Wanted the pain to stop. 

Aro nodded towards Demetri and the tracker quickly ripped the woman apart and burned her.

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Caius placed his hand on Bella’s shoulder and steered her back towards the limo where Paul was waiting. He was asked to stay in the car so that his scent wouldn’t tip off Victoria. Demetri had told him that the Volturi’s scent would just mix with the newborns but the shifters would stand out.

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Caius sat next to Bella and Paul as they waited for the others to finish making sure there was no evidence left of the army within the warehouse.

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It was Bella who broke the silence, “I kind of thought seeing her die would bring me relief, ya know. She wouldn’t be trying to hurt my dad or any of my friends anymore but she just looked so….. empty.”

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“It is what happens when one loses the other half of their soul. I have never felt that pain but after seeing my brother endure such loss, I pity anyone that has felt it.”

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“I’m glad her death was quick for her. Is it bad that I’m even more angry at Carlisle now because he wouldn’t kill her? His compassion isn’t really compassion if it meant leaving Victoria to suffer like that.”

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“I’ve never agreed with his version of kindness. To me it was always weakness. Carlisle has never been to war or truly suffered pain. Sometimes death is mercy. Victoria was a great example of such. The loss of one’s mate often drives them to insanity. James seems to be all she had really held dear.”

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“What about Marcus?”

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“Marcus has us. Yes he is in pain but he has not lost his mind because he’s not alone. We love him as he loves us and if it were not for that love I imagine he would have jumped in a pyre long ago.” Caius said sadly. He may be cruel to most but the King treasured his family greatly.

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She didn’t know what came over her in that moment but the sadness in Caius’s voice squeezed her heart. So Bella leaned her head against his shoulder in a small gesture of comfort, one he seemed to except since he did not push her off. They sat there like that till the others piled back into the limo. Demetri, Jane and Alec once again sitting up front with the tracker driving.

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“Do we need to pick your father back up Tesoro?”

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“No, Jared is going to drive him to the reservation when he’s done. I’ll pack for both of us and we will meet him there. He’s going to explain the false records to Billy. Can we just go to my house now? I want to pack and be done with this place. It doesn’t feel like home anymore.”

Both kings nodded solemnly.

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Aro was saddened for the young woman that she was left alone in this by his old friends while Caius was enraged. None of this would have happened if the Cullen’s had just abided by the damn laws. The girl would have never suffered like this. It was that thought that a question popped in his head, “Young one, what did this James do to you?”

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“Mmmm..” Aro hummed. “I am curious myself as it was not in Victoria’s memories.”

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“He tricked me into thinking he had my mother. Said he would kill her if I didn’t come to him. So I did of course. It was a closed ballet studio he was waiting for me at. The moment I walked inside he threw me through several of the mirrors and snapped my leg in half wanting to hear me scream before he bit me on my arm.”

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The gasps among the limo were echoed by everyone.

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“I’m sorry lady Bella that you went through that. That kind of tracker gives the rest of us a bad name.” Demetri called back from the driver’s seat.

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Bella smiled. “No worries Dem. You don’t scare me.” Her remark causing him to chuckle.

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“I’m beginning to wonder if you’re afraid of anything. You are by far the toughest human we have met.” Caius spoke causing her to blush.

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The rest of the car ride to her home was quiet but she noticed the nods of respect from Aro and the others guards following Caius’s remark and it gave her a burst of pride. Edward had told her that she didn’t belong in his world but here was the most powerful coven in the world telling her she was strong and welcoming her among their ranks. It was the first time she felt like she belonged anywhere and she was determined to prove to Edward and the Cullen’s that she did deserve to be in their world. She just belonged with a different coven. Nobody was going to tell her that she wasn’t good enough again.

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Bella invited everyone into her home. It was small compared to the castle but she wasn’t going to make them all sit in the car and wait for her.

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“Want me to help?” Paul asked as they walked through the door.

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“Yea if you don’t mind, could you pack dad’s stuff?”

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Paul nodded but Aro spoke up, “I would suggest not to pack any clothes unless they are large or stretchy Tesoro. Sometimes the body changes a little with the transformation.”

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Bella nodded, “Thanks Aro. Paul just pack his badges, books and pictures. A couple of his uniform shirts to, even if he can’t wear them he’ll want them.”

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Paul took off to the Chief’s room while Bella headed to her room.

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She grabbed a small suitcase and started packing. First she put in her legging and tanks figuring those were stretchy enough to wear at least. Her books were next, she decided only to pack her favorites. 

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“Fucking Christ.” Caius growled from her door way causing her to turn around. His hand was covering his nose as he growled. She was about to ask what was wrong when Aro zoomed up and stopped inside her room, his eyes wide.

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“Oh my.” The long-haired king waved his hand in front of his nose like he was trying to rid of a stench. His nose crinkling at something.

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Caius strolled over to her bed room window and slammed it open widely still growly. “For fucks sake Aro. Her room is saturated.”

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“Mmm. Indeed.” Aro must have noticed the confused expression on her face because he began to apologize. “Forgive us Tesoro, of course you would not smell it. Even though Edward left quite some time ago your room is still heavily covered in his scent. Too covered actually.”

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“What do you mean too covered? He was in here quite bit.”

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Caius growled, “I’m going to rip that little fucking twit in half Aro. He claimed she was his mate but this is not mate actions.”

“I don’t understand…” She whispered

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Aro sighed sadly. “My dear a vampire wants his mate to smell of him of course. It shows his mate is taken; however they want their MATE to smell of them. Often through a bite, if the mate is a vampire. However if they are human still than he would want her to wear something of his with his scent on it. A shirt, jacket even a piece of Jewelry. Your room however is completely covered. That’s not a mate action, his scent is….. over powering in here. Obsessive.”

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“Than what does that mean?”

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“He basically pissed on your leg.” Caius seethed. “He wasn’t marking for a mate; he was marking you and everything you own as his. Like a pet or toy.”

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“Oh…. After the way he broke up with me I kinda had a feeling I was more of a pet than anything..” She sighed and continued to pack.

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“What do you mean Tesoro? What did he say?” Aro asked walking and sitting on her bed.

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Bella sighed again as she began grabbing photos now. “He took me into the woods knowing I have no sense of direction. Told me that he was tired of pretending to be human and that he didn’t love me. I was just something to entertain him and now he was bored and that I wasn’t good enough to belong in your world. Than he left me in the woods and in the rain where I got lost for hours.” Bella finished while she zipped up her suitcase.

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Caius’s grip on her windowsill tightened and the wood cracked. “I hope you didn’t believe a single piece of his lies young one. It’s the exact opposite in every way.”

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Bella lifted her suit case off the bed and placed it on the floor looking up at Caius. “What do you mean?”

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Caius pushed himself away from the window and moved to her. Bending to pick up her suitcase. “He is the one who chose to live his vampire life pretending to be human by going to school, he’s the one not good enough for this world. You have already proved yourself more compassionate in heart than Carlisle and stronger in strength and fortitude than many vampires. He did not deserve your love. I would sooner trade the entire Olympic Coven for someone like you. Human or vampire form. Though there is no doubt in my mind you would be a most stunning vampire.” He finished than carried her suitcase downstairs and out to the car.

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Bella was shocked by his words and sincerity.

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Aro walked to her door but glanced back to look at her, “Caius is a proud man tesoro and would never lower himself to tell lies. If he said it than you can bet your life his words were honest. And I have to agree with him. Now come along. Your new home and family awaits my dear.”

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He smiled brightly at her and descended the stairs.

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A couple tears fell down Bella’s cheeks but she was smiling so widely it hurt when Paul walked in with a duffle bag slung over his shoulder. He grabbed her and hugged her tightly.

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“Their right Bella and don’t forget the pack loves you to even as a leech you will always be welcome on the reservation. You’re family.” He kissed her head than grabbed her hand pulling her out to the car with him.

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She giggled and ran to get in the car, taking a seat between Caius and Aro. 

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Bella looked up at both of them with a huge smile. Aro smiled gently while Caius smirked and winked at her causing her to look down with a blush but a smile stayed on her face the whole way to the reservation to pick up her father.

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                                                                                                         CHAPTER 4

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The whole trip back to Italy was filled with laughing and jokes. Charlie got along great with both Demetri and Aro which eased Bella’s mind knowing he would have friends.

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At the Castle she was given a room next to Caius’s since he would be changing her. Charlie was given one next to Marcus who had offered to turn him and Paul was in a room near Aro to block Alice’s visions since no decisions were ever made unless Aro made them. All three kings discussed and agreed upon everything of course but it was Aro who decided when things happened.

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After they were unpacked and moved into their rooms, Bella, Charlie and the Kings all met in Aro’s office.

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“Now do you want to be turned before or after the Cullen’s trial Tesoro?”

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“Before if that’s alright. I know you will turn me regardless of what Edward says but I want them all to see me as a vampire and not the human girl they abandoned in the forest.”

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“I’d like to be turned before as well. Honestly so I could punch that snot nosed bastard in the face for what he did to my daughter.” Charlie huffed making all three king’s chuckle.

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“Very well we can do it immediately if you wish. The sooner the better probably. That way we can help you get used to your strength and hunger some before they arrive.” Aro agreed

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“Uh by the way…. Can we eat criminals?”

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Caius chuckled. “It’s what we eat. The rumor about us eating tourists, is just that. A rumor. The prisons throughout Italy all send their worst criminals here to us so we can eat them. We actually have a deal with the wardens. All of them are on our payroll.”

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“AWESOME!” Bella cheered making her father laugh. He was relieved to know that. Charlie was liking this place more and more.

 

Marcus smiled at the two humans, since they had arrived he felt more and more like himself. “Than we will turn you immediately. I suggest you shower and prepare yourselves. Cut your hair if you want a certain style. Once you change everything will remain the same.”

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Both humans nodded than left the room.

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Charlie walked his daughter to her room than hugged her tightly. “This is it sweetheart.”

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“I know, I’m excited though. I like it here dad.”

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“Me to Bells. Guess I’ll see you in a few days.” He pulled back from his daughter but not before kissing her on top of the head.

 

“I love you dad.”

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“I love you too kiddo.”

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Bella walked into her bathroom and started the shower. She was glad Marcus had mentioned about the hair. No girl wanted hairy legs for an eternity after all she chuckled. Her long hair though she didn’t want to trim, she loved her brunette waves.

Her shower took a while. Shaving was always a hassle and she was glad that it would never need to be done again. Bella dried off and put on her tights and a tank top. While she brushed her hair in front of the mirror she wondered if Caius was going to come to her room to change her.

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Than she dropped her brush a thought entering her head.

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“Shit” She groaned.

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A knock on her door startling her. Bella ran to the door and threw it open and looked up into Caius’s amused red eyes. 

A smile on his face.

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“What’s wrong?” He laughed

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“I….. um just realized something.”

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“What is that young one?”

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Bella bit her lip and looked behind him to see if anyone else was in the room. Relaxing when she noticed it was empty. When her eyes met his again, he had one eyebrow lifted in curiosity. 

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“Um Caius…. Can I ask something embarrassing?”

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The king’s head tilted slightly as a serious expression formed on his face. He didn’t like the way she was fidgeting nervously.

 

“Of course.”

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“Marcus said everything remains the same after we turn…”

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He still didn’t understand why she was nervous. “Yes except for one’s curves sometimes. Some may grow taller or curvier. It depends.”

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“What about….. if their a virgin?” She whispered with a blush, biting her lip.

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Bella would have laughed at the look on Caius’s face if she wasn’t so embarrassed. His eyebrows damn near disappeared into his hairline and he looked like a fish with the way his mouth opened and closed several times.

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She was starting to feel like an idiot for asking but his shock quickly turned to a panty smelting smirk and somehow, Bella thought he knew it to. 

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Caius’s eyes turned black. He grabbed her hand and bent down at his waist to kiss her knuckles.

Than his smile grew deliciously wicked. “May I offer my services my lady?”

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Bella tried to think of reply but just ended up spluttering useless gibberish causing Caius to laugh loudly.

“But but but…!!!”

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“Yes I can touch your butt if you like as well. Any other requests?” He smirked when Bella’s entire face grew hot.

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She was sure even her ears were red.

“YOU HAVE A WIFE!” She screamed

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“Hmm? No I don’t.”

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“But what about Athenadora?”

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“Who the hell is that and what kind of name is that?” Caius didn’t know what the hell she was talking about.

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“Edward and Alice said you were married to a woman named Athenadora for centuries!”

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“I assure you sweet swan that I have never been married. Marcus and Aro yes but not I.”

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“Than why? Why would they say it?”

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“I’m not sure. This is certainly something I will be looking into this however does not answer the original question.”

 

“Original question?”

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He leaned forward to whisper in her ear. “Would you like me to rid you of your virginity?” He nipped her ear making sure not to hurt her.

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Bella gasped and held in a moan. “I’m guessing that means…”

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“Mmmm. I’m afraid so. If you would prefer to wait that can happen as well. However I must tell you that your father is undergoing the change by now. Marcus went to him at the same time I came here.”

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“I don’t want to wait….” She blushed.

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“I will never force myself on you little swan. It is your choice but if you allow me this gift I promise to make it as painless as I can. It would be a great honor my lady.” He bowed.

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The action making Bella giggle. “I…. okay.”

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“Is that a yes my little swan?” He smirked grabbing her by the waist and pulling her against him.

Caius’s eyes going black again as the scent of her arousal filled the room. He growled and the scent grew stronger. Something he would make a note of.

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“Yes…. Caius.”

Before Bella could blink she was on her back in the middle of the bed, Caius over her peering down with pitch black eyes. A light growl rumbling in his chest.

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He lowered his head and ran his tongue up her throat, this time a moan did escape her lips. “I’m going to ruin you for any other man my little swan. I’ll fuck you into oblivion till it’s the only thing you can think of even during the burn. The last thing you’ll see is my cock sliding in to your warmth and filling you to the brim.”

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Caius lowered his hips between her legs and pressed himself against her as he continued to lick her throat. At this moment she was his and he wanted her to smell of him.

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His right hand gripped her clothes and ripped them to shreds and away from her body. He leaned back on his knees. His eyes roaming over her body as he licked his lips.

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Bella was biting her lip and breathing heavy. Her eyes roaming over Caius as he sat on his knees between her legs. She couldn’t stop thinking how sexy he was. His blunt words in her ears turned her on beyond belief. No one had ever been so blunt to her before and she found it intoxicating. She watched his tongue run along his lips like he was imagining devouring her which is exactly what he was about to do. The wetness between her legs grew at that thought, she could feel her panties getting soaked.

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Bella also knew he could smell her arousal because his growl became louder and she watched as one of his hands moved and started to unbutton his shirt slowly like he was undressing for her. Each button revealing more of his chiseled chest. It was obvious he had muscles from the way the shirt tightened when he moved but now she could see them. He never removed his shirt completely, instead he just let it fall completely open leaving the middle of his chest and stomach revealed. And she couldn’t help but think that was even sexier, like he was teasing her without revealing himself completely. Only enough to know what he looked like underneath. Teasing was certainly the right word that came to mind. 

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“You smell fucking delicious.” He growled as his hands went to his belt. Caius undid the buckle than pulled it from his pants fast enough for the leather to make a snap sound that sent shivers down Bella’s spine. Another moan slipping through, her hips wiggled slightly. She wanted him so badly. “I’m trying to behave so I won’t hurt you little swan but your smell….” She could see him swallow deeply than chuckle. “Of course I heard that moan, did my belt excite you? Perhaps you’re a naughty little human.”

 

“Caius…”

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“I told you I would make it as painless as possible but you’re tempting my control.”

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Caius tossed the belt to the side, the thump from its landing making Bella jump slightly. She was so turned on.

Next he unbuttoned his pants but stopped there making her groan and him chuckle. 

Caius ripped her bra and panties from her than crawled down and laid on his stomach, he grabbed her thighs and lifted her legs in the air. Not giving her enough time to argue the position, he dived straight into her pussy making her gasp.

Caius ran his tongue up and down her opening, his venom leaving little trails that would make her tingle.

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“Fuck.” Bella moaned

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He smirked as he let go of one of her legs. Caius slid a finger inside her and began pumping it.

Damn she’s tight, he thought.

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He flicked his tongue across her clit as he added another finger and began to scissor them, opening her up as much as he could. 

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Bella was gripping the sheets so tightly her knuckles were white. Her head thrashing from side to side as she bit her lip to keep from screaming.

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Caius pumped his fingers faster and felt her inside start to clench. He wrapped his lips around her little nub and sucked while growling loudly the vibrations sending her over the edge making her scream out in release.

“CAIUS!”

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He crawled back up her and licked her essence from his lips, she truly was the most delicious thing he had ever tasted. Better than blood.

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Caius could see she was in a daze and hoped to use that chance to distract her from the pain. He pulled out his cock and stroked it a couple times to rub the precum that leaked from his tip using it to lube his cock even more for her. He lowered himself against her and grabbed her hair tilting her head back as he kissed her hungrily. She gasped and he shoved his tongue in her mouth than in one thrust his cock was buried to the hilt inside her.

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He was pumping slowly so as not to hurt her, when he pulled his head back Caius was pleased to see his plan had worked. Bella didn’t show any signs of pain to distracted by all the new sensations.

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She reached up and tangled her fingers into his hair, pulling him down so she could kiss him again. Her legs wrapped around his waist tightly.

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Caius kissed her deeply again than moved to kiss her cheek than her chin and next he was kissing her neck. “Are you alright little swan?” He asked still thrusting slowly, never breaking his pace. Her pleasure mattered to him; it was her first time after all.

 

“YES!” She moaned; her hands moved to grip his shoulders. Her nails digging into him. Of course it didn’t hurt but her grip was tight enough that even with his marble skin he could feel it. The beast within him reveled in it and the sounds she was making.

 

His tongue ran up the column of her throat.

“Tell me what you want.”

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“HARDER CAIUS! FASTER!”

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He growled and picked up the pace, his hands gripping her hips hard enough to bruise but she only moaned louder. Caius had planned to be gentle but it seemed the rougher he was with her the more she enjoyed it. Bella was full of surprises. There would definitely be a repeat after she was changed. “YES FUCK!” Bella moaned, thrusting her hips against his. They were in perfect sync and Caius followed her movements. The faster she moved against him, the faster he went. Soon he was fucking her so hard the entire bed shook, slamming against the wall. His hands on her hips the only thing keeping from fucking her too hard.

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Again the walls of her pussy began to clench, Caius was the one biting the inside of his mouth this time. She was just so damn tight.

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He kept his pace, fucking her with a speed that he wasn’t sure a human could achieve but he let go of her hips and quickly grabbed her wrists and pinned them above her head. It was almost time.

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Caius kissed her again than moved his mouth to her ear. He held her wrists together with one hand while the other slide down and circled her clit.

“Cum my little swan!” He growled than bit her neck.

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“CAIUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” Her scream of release was so loud it made his ears ring and he couldn’t help the little smirk while his teeth were buried in her neck. He knew the whole castle heard. Hell the town probably heard that.

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A couple more thrusts and he was releasing inside her while his venom pumped into her neck. His own orgasm damn near causing his vision to go black.

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He pulled out of her than moved to bite her wrists and ankles as well. Pumping as much venom as he could within her.

Caius removed his own clothes than lifted Bella from the bed gently. He was surprised she had not begun to scream yet.

He washed her in the shower even taking time to wash her hair again. 

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When he finished he dried both of them off and redressed her with clothes that were similar to what he had ripped off of her.

Than he dressed but before he left the room, he picked up her brush and ran it through her hair.

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Perfection he thought. Even human she was gorgeous, he couldn’t wait to see her with glowing red eyes. The vision made him smirk.

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Caius left the room and walked to the office he knew his brothers were waiting him. Thankfully the ringing in his ears had stopped, the girl had lungs he chuckled.

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Caius walked straight into the room with a bounce in his step and a smirk on his face. He left a couple buttons undone in his shirt, wanting to stay in his relaxed state as long as possible.

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He ignored the stares of his brothers and walked over to the whiskey cart, pouring himself a drink. Taking a big gulp while he walked to his seat and tossed himself dramatically into his chair than propped his feet up on the coffee table.

His eyes met both of his brother finally as he tossed the rest of his drink back and smirked. “Did I miss anything?”

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                                                                                                          CHAPTER 5

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Aro walked over to Caius with the decanter of whiskey in his hand and sighed as he filled his brother’s glass once more. “Was it necessary to sleep with her Caius? The girl has obviously been through enough.” Aro put the decanter back and sat in his seat between his brothers.

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Caius rolled his eyes. “She was a virgin Aro, you know what that means for a change. Besides I simply offered my services.” He smirked “I didn’t force the girl.” 

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Aro’s eyes grew wide at the confession causing Caius to chuckle as he took another drink.

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“Leave Caius alone Aro, of course, he would want to fuck his mate,” Marcus said in a bored tone. 

At least until Caius sputtered spitting out his drink everywhere causing Marcus to laugh loudly a gleam of amusement in his eyes. 

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Aro smiled, happy Caius had finally found his mate. “Finally the last Queen has come home. Congratulation’s brother and not only are you her mate but her sire as well. What a magnificent bond you two will share.”

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“Mate?” Caius whispered then looked up to Marcus. “Are you sure brother?” He had felt a spark with the girl but assumed it was just a strong attraction. She was after all a beautiful human but he never imagined he had finally found his mate. He had given up on hoping a long time ago. Thinking perhaps he had missed his chance and she had been born and died.

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Marcus saw the flash of hope in their youngest brother’s eyes and smiled softly. “Yes brother, I couldn’t tell for sure until you had touched her but the moment your skin touched hers a gold bond formed. She is your soulmate.”

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Caius finished off his glass then placed it down on the table, sitting back in his chair with a smile on his face. An expression no one had ever seen, this wasn’t just any smile. This was a smile of utter adoration and happiness. For the first time in his immortal life, every muscle in the blonde king’s body was completely relaxed. He had everything he wanted now. His family and his mate.

Suddenly however his smile dropped. “Shit.”

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The change caught Aro by surprise. “What’s the matter, brother? You were just so happy.”

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“I have a father-in-law….”

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Marcus snorted, “Yes and I hadn’t bitten him yet when his daughter began screaming your name loud enough for the entire fucking castle to hear.”

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Utter terror was on Caius’s face now making both Aro and Marcus laugh loudly.

“Fuck.” He groaned than scowled as his brother’s both continued to take amusement at his predicament.

He sighed and leaned over in his chair resting his head in his hands.

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Caius was distraught but then he remembered what his mate had told him. A growl so fierce it vibrated the walls ripped from his chest and he looked up at his brothers, his eyes as black as night.

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Aro scowled, “You were just so happy brother, what has changed?”

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“Those fucking Cullen’s tried to keep me from MY MATE!” He roared jumping from his chair and pacing the office. A snarl leaving him and a steady growl reverberating deep in his chest.

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Hearing that had Marcus angry on edge, nobody fucked with mates. It was the most sacred thing to vampires. “What do you mean brother? How?”

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Caius spun angrily and glanced at Marcus, “Bella thought I was married.”

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Aro and Marcus both looked at each other confused before looking back at their brother. “Explain.” They said.

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“Apparently Edward and Alice told her that I was married and mated already. Now tell me brothers why would they tell her such lies unless….” He waved his hand in the air knowing they would catch on immediately. 

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Marcus slammed his glass down so hard it shattered. “They tried to keep you apart!”

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Aro growled as well, “And tried convincing her that Edward was her mate. Oh they will pay for this.”

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Caius glanced at Aro suspiciously. “You would end your precious Cullen’s?”

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Aro stood abruptly. “Not even they are above the law brother and nobody will live if they try to ruin my brother’s happiness! We have been together millennia Caius, I would see you happy and kill that entire coven if I have to.”

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In a rare show of affection Caius strode forward and embraced Aro. “Thank you brother.”

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Aro patted his back and returned to his seat. “So what should we do?”

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Marcus sat back down as well, “Perhaps you should call Carlisle and invite him to visit. He wouldn’t think anything of it after he normally visits with his coven every decade yet it has been three since he last came to Volterra.”

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Caius smiled, “He’s right, they wouldn’t think anything of it than when they get here we can keep them under lock and key till their trial.”

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Marcus nodded, “I also think you that when they first get here you should act like normal, perhaps try at some point to touch each of them. See who knew what and why they did this.”

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Aro tapped his chin, “Yes but the fact that they left a human in the first place will cause them to avoid my touch.”

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Caius shrugged, “Graze them whenever there is an opportunity. I’ve seen you do it before without someone knowing.”

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Aro smiled mischievously and nodded. “Of course brother.” Aro stood and moved to his desk to call Carlisle. Before he touched the phone however there was a knock on the door. “ENTER” He called out.

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Paul came walking in, “Uhh sorry but there was a loud ass growl earlier that had my wolf on edge. What happened?” He rubbed the back of his neck nervously. These vampires actually didn’t seem so bad but he was still getting used to being surrounded by so many.

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Caius stood again and faced the native, “That was I. I apologize if it startled your wolf. New information of the Cullen’s treachery has come to light and it has me on edge.”

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Paul was shocked at the apology especially from a king but nodded. “So…. What happened?”

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Aro sighed and answered, “It seems that Caius is Bella’s true mate and Edward along with Alice that we know of so far had decided to lie to Bella about Caius already having a mate. We assume to keep them from each other but we are not sure what the purpose was.”

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Paul vibrated in place, “They tried to keep her from her other half? That mother fucker. Hadn’t done enough when he destroyed her self esteem and bossed her around like a damn pet!”

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Caius crossed his arms over her chest, “What do you mean? We have yet to ask her of everything.”

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“That asshole always told Bella what to wear, what to eat, how to speak, who she could be friends with. He even took apart some of her engine in her truck when she wanted to visit us one day on the reservation.”

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All three vampires growled.

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Aro pinched the bridge of nose and took a deep breath. “Alright everyone calm down, we will get to the bottom of this. Mr. Lahote if you would like to stay in here you are welcome but I must ask that you all remain quiet while I call Carlisle so as not to raise suspicion.”

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“You’re going to call him?” Paul asked

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“To invite him for one of his usual visits. He won’t suspect anything. Than why he’s here we will try to learn what we can, and if we have to take it by force than so be it.” Aro growled.

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Everyone in the room nodded their heads and agreed to stay silent. 

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Aro dialed Carlisle’s number and put the phone on speaker knowing everyone would want to hear the exchange.

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It only rang three times before the Cullen patriarch answered, “Aro old friend. It’s been a while.”

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“Yes it has Carlisle which is why I decided to call.”

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“What do you mean?”

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“Have you lost track of time so much? That’s unlike you.” Aro chuckled trying to stay calm and not show his anger. “It’s been three decades since you have visited. I’ve missed our conversations.”

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“I suppose it has been that long. My apologies, I truly didn’t notice. When would you like us to visit?”

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“Whenever is good for you Carlisle. Tell me and I will have rooms ready for you and your lovely family.” Aro rolled his eyes practically choking on the false kind words.

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“Hmmm let me see…” They heard the rustling of papers. “I’ve put in a lot of over time at the hospital, I think I can get a couple weeks free…. At the end of next month. How does that work? I know Alice would love to do some shopping in Italy.” Carlisle chuckled as the Kings and Paul heard the small vampire in question squeal happily in the background.

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“Excellent. Excellent! I will have your rooms prepared for you. We look forward to your visit Carlisle.”

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“As do I old friend.” With a click the call ended.

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“I really hate that midget sized whore. Can my wolf use her as a chew toy? I wonder if she squeaks.” Paul growled.

His remark causing Caius to chuckle.

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“I’m curious now as well. Do what you want with her after we get our information but Edward is mine.”

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The smirks Caius and Paul had on their face was almost enough to make Aro pity them. Almost.

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